Charming Vermont historic home

2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Chester, VT

Vermont Country Store12 min drive
Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State)15 min drive
Okemo Mountain Resort22 min drive
Magic Mountain Ski Resort22 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Den/Reading Room

1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Powder Room

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Come to Vermont for springtime or beyond. Enjoy the emerging green of spring: daffodils, snowdrops, and crocuses are out. Soon the farmers markets begin and swimming holes, trails and lakes beckon. Dining outdoors begins and music groups perform on the green. Bucolic and tranquil, Vermont calls.

If hiking is not on the schedule, coffee shops, antique malls, galleries and unique shops can round out a rainy day. Return from your adventures to a comfortable home--fully equipped kitchen, fluffy towels, a comfy bed, speedy wi-fi, and a gas fireplace make it all cozy. Our guests love the Gideon Lee House, a home away from home.

The house is eco-friendly with energy efficient appliances, solar panels(on the back barn roof) and Tesla batteries. We ask guests to re-cycle and compost if possible. We encourage them to use the fire-pit, outdoor grill and enjoy the outdoors. The neighborhood and town are walker friendly!

Property manager

Ian and Polly Montgomery

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Gym

Toys/games

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

House is not childproofed.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking of any substance

Quiet hours are from 10pm until 7am. This is a village setting with neighbors nearby. Thank you!

Please care for the house as if it belonged to you --or your parents! Thank you.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

This property uses solar energy

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Chester

This holiday home is located in Chester Depot, a neighbourhood in Chester, and is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Muckross State Park and Grafton Ponds Outdoor Center, while My Minds Design and Grafton Historical Society are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Bonnie's Bundles Dolls and DaVallia Art & Accents. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Chester, VT

What's nearby

Bonnie's Bundles Dolls - 15 min walk
Vermont Country Store - 12 min drive
Baltimore Covered Bridge - 18 min drive
Okemo Mountain Resort - 22 min drive
Magic Mountain Ski Resort - 22 min drive

Getting around

Bellows Falls Station - 21 min drive
Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 13 min drive
Springfield Royal Diner - 15 min drive
Riverside Restaurant - 14 min drive
Country Girl Diner - 2 min drive
The Copper Fox - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Vermont historic home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Vermont historic home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Vermont historic home?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Charming Vermont historic home located?

This family-friendly Chester holiday home is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Bonnie's Bundles Dolls and DaVallia Art & Accents. Vermont Country Store and Vermont Museum of Mining and Minerals are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Eliana D.

11 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect in Every Way

We can't over state how perfect our stay at Polly and Ian's was. They have given so much attention to every detail - from the soaps in the bathroom, to the welcome card, to the homemade biscotti, the list goes on... The home was immaculately clean, beds were very comfortable, beautiful antique furniture filled the home but it did not feel cluttered at all. The kitchen was incredibly well-equipped and we enjoyed cooking. Chester was a lovely little town to explore, and served as our launch-pad for a trip further north in Vermont. Polly and Ian made the whole check-in process a breeze and were always easy to communicate with and available for anything we needed. We hope to return one day!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

jessica s.

30 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Cottage

This is our 3rd time staying at the Gideon Lee House. Its fine quality craftsmanship creates a cozy and relaxing atmosphere in both spring and winter. The linens, furnishings and appliances are top quality. What really makes this property special, are the owners Ian and Polly. They are gracious, welcoming and beyond thoughtful. Our boys ages: 3,7,9 loved playing in the snow and in the brook. And playing in snow piles or lacrosse in the backyard in the warmer days. We are beyond grateful to have been able to experience this cottage’s charm. It brought us so many amazing family winter memories. We look forward to returning and already miss the cottage and above all, Ian & Polly.

Stayed 79 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barrett S.

3 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely lovely

A home is not just the house but the people inside them that make it special. Ian and Polly care about this charming house they have restored to its best self and the people that have the privilege to stay in it. If you have reason to stay in Chester, we recommend highly (unless you are trying to rent it the same weekend we want).

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

31 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous home -2nd visit

This was my second visit with family to this wonderful house. We loved our stay. Will be back for a third!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C., El Paso

22 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding in Stone Village

My sister's wedding was in Stone Village and my family stayed at Polly and Ian's place while my siblings and their families stayed at other VRBOs in the neighborhood. It worked perfectly! The community is amazing and it was so nice to all be close to each other and staying in these wonderful historic homes. Polly and Ian were especially generous and communicative. There were four of us, but we had plenty of room. We loved the little gas heater in the cool autumn mornings and the well stocked kitchen made it hard to leave the house. One of the best Vrbos we have ever stayed in!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ian and Polly Montgomery

My husband Ian and I bought the Gideon Lee House in 2019 right before the Pandemic. We have spent the past 2+ years supervising and helping with the renovation/restoration of this historic house. Built in 1840, it has retained its original character, but the updated plumbing, wiring, and appliances make it comfortable. We have enjoyed restoring the old wood floors and architectural details along with furnishing it with family antiques and original artwork to retain the charm. Our two cats wander the property and our dogs Coco and Bella may greet you upon arrival. We live in the renovated barn on the backside of the property, separated from the Stone House by the garage. Having pastored churches all over the country and travelled in foreign lands, we are ready to settle down into the countryside of Vermont and share our home with family, friends and travelers. We will greet you upon arrival and then leave you in peace to enjoy the surroundings.

Why they chose this property

We have always enjoyed fixing up old houses. Thinking we were ready to downsize and retire to a condominium, we saw this old house in need of much TLC and took it upon ourselves to restore it to its former glory. It has taken over two years of hard work, but the result has been worth it. Welcome to The Gideon Lee House. Gideon and his wife Nancy lived in the stone house with four children in the mi-1800s and farmed the land surrounding it, back to the Trebo Brook. We enjoy walking into town and to our favorite shops from our home. Biking is fun, too, and many of our guests jog along the Green Mountain Turnpike, an old stagecoach route. It's a great neighborhood with friendly neighbors, bird song, wandering deer, wild turkeys and an occasional coyote yipping in the night. We look forward to sharing it with you.

What makes this property unique

It is delightful to stay in a village where you can walk to the country store and stroll along the river, or jog an old stagecoach route. Chester is in a good location for skiers: the slopes of Okemo are just 20 minutes away; Bromley, 30 minutes; Stratton about 45 minutes. In the summer, the Farmers Market in nearby Londonderry is just 15 minutes every Saturday from Memorial Day until October. Farms, antiques shops, bookstores and coffee shops fill the towns. Trails are great for hiking: Mt. Ascutney, Bromley on the Appalachian Trail, and local Chester trails. Swimming holes (Buttermilk Falls) and the town pool provide refreshment for those hot July days. Come relax in the Green Mountain State!